Department: Commissioner, Precinct 4
Department Head/Elected Official: Lesley Briones, Commissioner
Regular or Supplemental RCA: Regular RCA
Type of Request: Discussion Item
Project ID (if applicable): N/A
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MWDBE Contracted Goal (if applicable): N/A
MWDBE Current Participation (if applicable): N/A
Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: N/A - Goal not applicable to request
Request Summary (Agenda Caption):
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Request for discussion of Court Resources proposals.
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Background and Discussion:
On March 14, 2023, the Commissioners Court approved the creation of six new criminal district courts. The Court also directed the Office of County Administration to collaborate with relevant stakeholders to consider investments in district criminal courts including, but not limited to, technological advancements aimed at promoting best practices and enhancing overall effectiveness of the court system.
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Alignment with Goal(s):
X Justice and Safety
_ Economic Opportunity
_ Housing
_ Public Health
_ Transportation
_ Flooding
_ Environment
X Governance and Customer Service
Prior Court Action (if any):
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3/14/23
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Directed OCA to work with criminal courts and relevant departments to create proposals to provide resources for judges to facilitate implementation of best practices which could further reduce the backlog of criminal cases and create cost savings for the County.
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Precinct(s): Countywide
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